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Saints renews fitness partnership to help players with performance

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Rail passengers warned of disruption over two October weekends

Some of R&N's Under-14 girls athletes celebrate the team's success in Liverpool

Golds galore as Rugby & Northampton youngsters storm to UK athletics title glory

Nerve Theatre’s third production is called The House She Built and the 1950s Hollywood set thriller will be performed at The Black Diamond for three days only from September 24 to 26.

Meet the theatre company founder about to debut third play at ‘hidden gem’ venue

The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts will hold sessions every Saturday for four to 18-year-olds at Parker E-ACT Academy.

Pauline Quirke Academy to open in Daventry

With the seasonal nature of prom dresses, Claire made the decision to add bridesmaid dresses to the collection this month and the hope is to sustain business until prom dress shopping picks up at the end of October.

New prom and bridesmaid dress boutique has hit the ground running since opening

Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson

Dowson says Saints are enjoying work and play on pre-season trip to Sri Lanka

A collision has closed part of the the M1 J16-18 northbound (File pic J18 Crick)

M1 reopens after multi-vehicle collision forced closure of M1

Leanne Bone is the owner of Arden Grace Interiors in Daventry, which she launched in January 2025.

Meet the interior design business founder who leads with scent to evoke memories

Laura James is opening a new operational headquarters, photography studio and customer showroom at the DIRFT logistics hub. Photograph by Sam Frost ©2025 - www.samfrostphotos.com

Home retailer to create 200 jobs as part of major expansion

James Grayson (photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)

New club for Grayson as former Saints fly-half moves closer to home

Moyo Stumpenhusen threw a massive 60m in the discus

Stumpenhusen stars as Rugby & Northampton get season off to a flying start

Courtney Lawes (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Sale boss Sanderson can't wait to work with Saints legend Lawes

Ryan Grigg runs Pat-a-Cake Man from Pineham, which specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for every occasion including birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.

Meet the founder proud to run baking business in spite of chronic condition

Third placed Megan Stenhouse is pictured alongside women's race winner Sian Rainsley and runner-up Olivia Mathias.

Success for Northamptonshire athletes at Midland Counties Championships

Rugby Town boss Grant Joshua (Picture: Martin Pulley)

Boss Joshua calls for unity as Rugby Town look to turn their form around
The near wipeout of the weekend's NPL Midlands fixtures gave Rugby Town boss Grant Joshua an extended opportunity to try and rebuild his squad's confidence.
Jon Venner

Josh Lay leads Luke Greer in the Cross Country Championships at Abington Park (Picture: Dom Jones)

Lay leads the way as Rugby & Northampton make it nine county titles in a row

The property is being sold through Guild House estate agents in Rugby.

Look inside charming Victorian home - it even comes with its own annexe

Luke Green (photo by Morgan Harlow/Getty Images)

Green eager to secure regular starting spot after signing new deal at Saints

Damien Rees is the owner of this county’s TBV AxeMasters franchise, which is located at The Stores in Weedon Bec. Photo: Chris Challis.

Meet the owner of a unique axe-throwing arena who features in hit Netflix show

"Every element reflects our commitment to authenticity, respect for the rich history of the property, and a standard of excellence we continually strive for."

In pictures: Take a look at historic hotel's breath-taking transformation

There are long delays on the M1 in Northamptonshire.

Rush hour delays of more than an hour on M1 in Northamptonshire after collision

Women’s biggest barriers to participating in sport include the cost of participation, lack of access to suitable spaces – and equipment designed for men.

Women's biggest barriers to sport include the cost, access & equipment

Butterwick will close multiple branches /National World

Butterwick bakery announces store closures as coffee shop business restructures

The BBC coverage team for Women's Rugby World Cup

Full TV guide for Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals this weekend

Mike Reader MP visiting the HAF course at Northampton town FC

Political Opinion: The Diary of an MP - From the Pitch to Parliament

Sadia Kabeya with other Red Roses Lucy Packer and Ellie Kildunne

Red Roses star Sadia Kabeya to have 'fun' during the rugby world cup
England rugby star Sadia Kabeya is ready to have fun as the Red Roses seek global glory on home soil.
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Helena Rowland insists the Red Roses' feet are firmly on the ground

Barby Primary School launches fundraising campaign for new playground

Barby CE Primary School launches playground appeal

Almost half of Brits wish there were more women’s sport on TV

The Gallagher Premiership Trophy

How to watch Premiership Rugby final and if it is free

Jaco Pienaar (centre) (photo by Steve Haag/Gallo Images)

'Huge asset for the club' - Saints bring in scrum coach Pienaar

Champions Cup trophy in 2024

Champions Cup final to be free to watch on TV in late twist

An exteior view of the home.

Property focus: Victorian home is full of elegance and character

Left to right - Ben Taylor - Planning Director, Newlands Developments, Gina Bubbins - Director of Partnerships, The Bedford College Group, and Stephanie Bishop - Development Director, Newlands Developments.

Bridging Education and Industry: Newlands Developments joins The Bedford College...

The work has transformed the old kitchen, which became redundant for teaching

Kids get cooking thanks to BAL

Jodie Ounsley backs new campaign to challenge misconceptions

Will Thorp (picture: Northampton Saints)

Saints announce appointment of new Chief Financial Officer

Travelodge. Photo: Ben Stansall/Getty Images.

Business in under 2 minutes: Next and Travelodge announce cash boost

The Houlton Tapestry project is the first of many projects that Urban&Civic will be investing in to mark the 100 year anniversary of Rugby Radio Station.

Calls for contributions to unique digital tapestry to mark 100th anniversary of ...

Happy playful Jack Russell Terrier dog playing

Top 3 Quirky UK TV Episodes

Liz Lynch, Chief Buyer at Mulberry Homes

“The industry is evolving, and women play a crucial role in shaping its future”:...

British Garden Centre is taking over Dobbies in Rugby and Dobbies in Newport Pagnell Road, Northampton

Garden centre company taking over Dobbies also rescues neighbouring site

Elsie Rudkin-Wilson chasing 1st place.

Moulton School and Science College student claims Anglian Cross Country title

Casuals girls sides are going from strength to strength

An empowering sport for all: Join in with girls’ and women's rugby at Casuals

Former England rugby international Danny Care kicking a ball "into space" from outside the Greene King sport pub The Barmy Arms in Twickenham

A free pint at Greene King pubs during this weekend's Six Nations

Bookcover: "The Big Fork Off: To the Edge - An Original Screenplay" by the Raven Brothers

Twins launch British drama about a forklift truck competition

Rory Hutchinson in action against Bath (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

From Pretoria to Paris... Hutchinson eager to taste more cup success

Strictly champion and panto star Joanne Clifton with the defibrillator donated by OurJay

Panto star Joanne Clifton shows her support for defibrillator charity OurJay Fou...

Fin Smith and Tom Pearson are house-mates (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints star Smith reveals pre-match plans ahead of Falcons clash

Video grab shows the moment a deer invaded a rugby pitch - and tackled a player.

Watch funny moment rogue deer flattens rugby player in pitch invasion

Huge tree trunk crashes down on driver’s windscreen.

Watch: Moment huge tree trunk crashes down on driver’s windscreen

Christmas carol event to be hosted at McCarthy Stone's Knox Court

Step into Christmas with a carol concert at Rugby’s retirement community

Trains will not operate at Northampton Railway Station on Wednesday November 27, for the third day.

THIRD day of no trains at as flooding continues to cause issues

All trains travelling through Northampton are suspended, due to severe flooding. Trains will not run through Northampton on Tuesday, either.

No trains to run through Northampton station again tomorrow due to flooding

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